I have no idea what i'm doing.
raystantz1984
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As the subject says, I have no idea what i'm doing I try to follow the guide and to net the proper amount of calories. I work out as often as I can, but it seems that I never lose any weight. Yes I do take measurements and the last time I did it I had actually grown a bit. Any advice would be appreciated because I feel so lost right now.
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I took a brief look at your diary. I'm no expert, but I did notice one thing. You are eating a lot of processed foods, and I'm not seeing much fresh produce in there. You're generally staying within your calories, but you're also consuming a lot of sodium, fat, and protein from the few days you have logged.
I would try to throw in some fresh veggies and fruit into your daily routine, and see if you can make some of the more processed options you've been eating (like pizza), at home.0 -
Without knowing how long you've been tracking, my best advice is to get checked out by a doctor. If you're really being honest and staying under calories and gaining weight, a doctor might have something to say about it.0
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And watch out for the sugar free stuff too! I noticed that popping up a bit too.
I randomly grabbed a reduced fat box of wheat crackers today, and compared them to the "full fat" version I usually buy.
The difference in fat was 1g (my crackers are of fat per serving, compared to the "reduced fat" version), but they were also higher in calories.
A lot of times, those "reduced/free" items load up on other stuff to make it taste better, and there's little to no benefit of swapping out for that version.0 -
If you "try" to follow the guide but don't weigh foods and log everything you won't be as successful. For several months last fall I "cut back" and "watched what I ate". Managed to lose a few pounds that I gained back over the holidays.
Then I overheard someone talking about MFP. I cannot believe what a difference it's made in my weight loss!! I now weigh all solids and measure all liquids. I am losing a pound a week, minimum, week after week. This from a 63 year old woman who thought my age meant I would lose slower. Believe me, if it works for me it will work for you. Drinking lots of water has really helped also.
So very simple if you do those three things!!0 -
Thank you, i'll make a point to pick up stuff this weekend, hadn't considered that might be the culprit. I thought Protein wasn't bad though, I should cut back on it? I do weigh and measure most everything I eat to be sure that I am getting the proper amount. I dont like to guess at that sort of thing. I usually forget to drink water through out the day, I need to work on that.0
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Don't cut back on protein.0
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Protein is a pretty awesome thing. But I try to fit everything within my macros, because too much of anything isn't good. Protein is great if you're also lifting or doing strength training. You can also find it in a lot of different vegetables as well, and those veggies will give you a nutritional boost as well.
Your diary should also adjust your daily intake for you, if you're logging your exercises. If I know I'm gonna do a big workout, I'll log at the beginning of the day so I can accurately plan out my meals for that day to fit my macros. And if it helps too, prepping meals ahead of time and planning them out that way may help you get an understanding of the best way to log your macros, and plan means according to your weight loss goals.0 -
Don't cut back on protein.
Yes, don't cut back! Just fit it within your goals, as with everything else. Balancing is key.0 -
I try to do Strength every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. I do Cardio every morning and on Monday, Thursday and Saturday I do it at night too. I try to push my self harder each week but it seems like the weight doesn't want to budge. My fiance has told me she can see a difference since I started exercising in my muscle tone but that's about it. I didn't think I was supposed to cut back, thanks for clarifying that lol.0
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http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974889-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
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If you "try" to follow the guide but don't weigh foods and log everything you won't be as successful. For several months last fall I "cut back" and "watched what I ate". Managed to lose a few pounds that I gained back over the holidays.
Then I overheard someone talking about MFP. I cannot believe what a difference it's made in my weight loss!! I now weigh all solids and measure all liquids. I am losing a pound a week, minimum, week after week. This from a 63 year old woman who thought my age meant I would lose slower. Believe me, if it works for me it will work for you. Drinking lots of water has really helped also.
So very simple if you do those three things!!
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I try to do Strength every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. I do Cardio every morning and on Monday, Thursday and Saturday I do it at night too. I try to push my self harder each week but it seems like the weight doesn't want to budge. My fiance has told me she can see a difference since I started exercising in my muscle tone but that's about it. I didn't think I was supposed to cut back, thanks for clarifying that lol.
Have you tried taking measurements? Another thing that can factor in to a stall on the scale is water weight. I've found that weighing myself, and also taking measurements infrequently (I'm prob gonna go back to once every two weeks like before), helps me better gauge my progress. Might be another avenue for you to consider!0 -
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974889-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
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Also, if you're not losing, you're not eating at a deficit, whether the food is "processed/packaged" is irrelevant in regards to being in a caloric deficit. The suggestions to increase veggie/fruit intake is also helpful in order to meet your micronutrient requirements.0 -
I only looked at two days and didn't read through all these replies so I apologize if I'm repeating anyone else's input, but your carbs are off the charts. I'm assuming you are mostly looking to lose a few fat pounds and keep muscle or even gain a little. I'll let you in a little secret, calories don't matter, carbs do. If you keep your carbs under 50g a day you will lose, even if you're calories are high.0
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A collection of advice: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/Robin_Bin/view/how-to-use-myfitnesspal-427993
Looks like you are consistently way over on sodium. It's not showing, but I bet you're way under on fiber. I'd try adjusting those. Good luck!0 -
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974889-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
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Also, if you're not losing, you're not eating at a deficit, whether the food is "processed/packaged" is irrelevant in regards to being in a caloric deficit. The suggestions to increase veggie/fruit intake is also helpful in order to meet your micronutrient requirements.
I only brought up the processed aspect because a lot of them were higher cal/sodium. Just from reading forum posts here, it seems like water retention can make it seem like there's a "weight gain" as well.0 -
As the subject says, I have no idea what i'm doing I try to follow the guide and to net the proper amount of calories. I work out as often as I can, but it seems that I never lose any weight. Yes I do take measurements and the last time I did it I had actually grown a bit. Any advice would be appreciated because I feel so lost right now.
Start here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
I beg you.0 -
Hello!
It looks like you've only been logging consistently for a few days, so it may just be that you need more time. Additionally, if you've added a lot of exercise to your normal routine, you may be retaining water, which can hide any actual loss on the scale.
As far as your intake goes, how do you measure your portion sizes? Do you use measuring cups/spoons, a food scale, or do you eyeball it? A food scale is the most accurate way to determine serving sizes, and how you account for your food servings can make a difference, and little inaccuracies do add up. However, I wouldn't worry about getting too much protein. The protein goal that MFP sets is actually on the low side. My protein goal is 100g a day, and I try to max it out whenever possible. Going over your protein goal is generally considered a good thing, and it will not hinder your weight loss unless it also causes you to go over your calorie goal.
Exercise is awesome and an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but you need a calorie deficit to lose weight. If you're new to logging your food, you should read the Road Map and Sexypants links listed above, log your food as accurately as you can, and give it a few weeks to see how it goes. If things still haven't moved in the direction you want after a few weeks, then you may need to reevaluate.
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As the subject says, I have no idea what i'm doing I try to follow the guide and to net the proper amount of calories. I work out as often as I can, but it seems that I never lose any weight. Yes I do take measurements and the last time I did it I had actually grown a bit. Any advice would be appreciated because I feel so lost right now.
Start here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
I beg you.
This, OP.... and buy / use a food scale.0 -
please. this^As the subject says, I have no idea what i'm doing I try to follow the guide and to net the proper amount of calories. I work out as often as I can, but it seems that I never lose any weight. Yes I do take measurements and the last time I did it I had actually grown a bit. Any advice would be appreciated because I feel so lost right now.
Start here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
I beg you.
This, OP.... and buy / use a food scale.0 -
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974889-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
Send a PM if you need help understanding this link.
+1
Also, if you're not losing, you're not eating at a deficit, whether the food is "processed/packaged" is irrelevant in regards to being in a caloric deficit. The suggestions to increase veggie/fruit intake is also helpful in order to meet your micronutrient requirements.
I only brought up the processed aspect because a lot of them were higher cal/sodium. Just from reading forum posts here, it seems like water retention can make it seem like there's a "weight gain" as well.
Not to mention overcompensation intracellular muscle glycogen repletion.
Um....more glucose in muscle after a tough bout with the barbell!0 -
Here goes my 2 cents of free advice....
I did notice that you have a high sodium diet. I checked your diary from 3/25 back 4 days. I used to suffer with a high sodium diet.
I do not suffer with it anymore. I have embraced a low sodium diet and like it.
So, for example, frozen-breaded fillet of fish = high sodium. Try to avoid that.
Weight Watchers frozen meals = high sodium. try to avoid them, for example.
I used to get Amy's spinach wrap thinking it's spinach and healthy. Thinking if 1 is healthy eating 2 is better. I recently looked at the sodium in 1 wrap...I was doing a bad thing a real bad thing.
So, some frozen veggie burgers are high in sodium too. I was thinking, "hey, its a veggie burger, it's healthy." I was wrong.
So, I now seek out low sodium foods and condiments.
Also, I have increased my water consumption. I am not perfect but I must admit having a minimum of 40 ounces of water a day makes me feel better too.
Good luck!0 -
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974889-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
Send a PM if you need help understanding this link.
+1
Also, if you're not losing, you're not eating at a deficit, whether the food is "processed/packaged" is irrelevant in regards to being in a caloric deficit. The suggestions to increase veggie/fruit intake is also helpful in order to meet your micronutrient requirements.
I only brought up the processed aspect because a lot of them were higher cal/sodium. Just from reading forum posts here, it seems like water retention can make it seem like there's a "weight gain" as well.
Not to mention overcompensation intracellular muscle glycogen repletion.
Um....more glucose in muscle after a tough bout with the barbell!
I was about to say, what the *@(& does that mean? Thanks for explaining!0 -
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974889-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
Send a PM if you need help understanding this link.
+1
Also, if you're not losing, you're not eating at a deficit, whether the food is "processed/packaged" is irrelevant in regards to being in a caloric deficit. The suggestions to increase veggie/fruit intake is also helpful in order to meet your micronutrient requirements.
I only brought up the processed aspect because a lot of them were higher cal/sodium. Just from reading forum posts here, it seems like water retention can make it seem like there's a "weight gain" as well.
Not to mention overcompensation intracellular muscle glycogen repletion.
Um....more glucose in muscle after a tough bout with the barbell!
I was about to say, what the *@(& does that mean? Thanks for explaining!
THE PUMP!
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Thank you all, it's gonna take me a bit to read through all the links that were sent. I really appreciate the fast replies.0
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Protein is a pretty awesome thing. But I try to fit everything within my macros, because too much of anything isn't good. Protein is great if you're also lifting or doing strength training. You can also find it in a lot of different vegetables as well, and those veggies will give you a nutritional boost as well.
Your diary should also adjust your daily intake for you, if you're logging your exercises. If I know I'm gonna do a big workout, I'll log at the beginning of the day so I can accurately plan out my meals for that day to fit my macros. And if it helps too, prepping meals ahead of time and planning them out that way may help you get an understanding of the best way to log your macros, and plan means according to your weight loss goals.
I know you have good intentions but you might want to look into macronutrients and their importance a little further. You're almost there but not quite and you're giving some inaccurate advice.
I would recommend reading this and all of the links it contains: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/819925-the-basics-don-t-complicate-it
OP, that would be good information for you too but the best advice has been to buy a food scale and use it for everything. Good luck to both of you.0 -
Thank you all, it's gonna take me a bit to read through all the links that were sent. I really appreciate the fast replies.
Start with the "guide to sexypants" link posted [reviously. That is the best place to start!!!0 -
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